A rare sword—a bronze blade and a gold hilt set with lapis lazuli—was found in a royal tomb in ancient Mycenae. This extraordinary weapon, dating back to the 16th century BC, is now housed in the National Archaeological Museum of Athens. It is not just a weapon of war, but a perfect example of Mycenaean opulence and artistic taste.
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